Max Lucado has published over 120 books. Yes, you read that right.
In this episode, he talks about how he writes and leads a large ministry, his unusual editing process, how to stay fresh in leadership over the long haul, and he tells the story of how a book he forgot he had to write became his favorite book (and chances are, one of your favorites, too).
Welcome to Episode 221 of the podcast. Listen and access the show notes below or search for the Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts and listen for free.
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3 Insights from Max Lucado
1. Every leader needs a hobby
There’s a crazy number of leaders, in ministry and in the business world, who do not have a hobby. Most leaders are achievers. We set goals and do what needs to be done to successfully accomplish them. But it’s so important to have an outlet, an activity you love that has no pressure or consequences when things don’t quite go as planned.
Make sure you have a way to unplug and get out of that achievement head space, even for just a short amount of time each week. Find an activity that restores you and brings you joy. Keeping fun in your routine will make you a better leader.
2. Everybody has a story worth writing
Max has written over 120 books and he’s not ready to stop anytime soon. He feels that when it comes to writing, everybody has a book in them. Maybe not 120 books, but at least one. Everyone has a unique story that someone else could benefit from reading. Whether it impacts thousands or just your children, God has done something in your life worth capturing on paper.
3. Succeeding at home first matters
Succeeding at home first is a great mantra for leaders. There’s a reason that the Apostle Paul included managing the household well as a characteristic of good leadership. At times, it can be much easier for leaders to excel in the office by sacrificing priorities on the home front. But if you’re lacking leadership at home, you’re missing out on what’s most important. That investment brings the best dividends in the long run.
If you’re feeling pressured to spend extra hours in the office and it’s intruding on the time you should be investing in your family, you’ve got to be willing to stand up for yourself and for the ones waiting on you at home. Easier said than done? Absolutely. But it’s worth working through that tension. Guard your time.
Quotes from Episode 221
The secret to writing is rewriting. @MaxLucado Click To Tweet
I say no to a lot of good things, so I can say yes to the more important things. @MaxLucado Click To Tweet
The idea of succeeding at home first is a great mantra for leaders. Succeeding at home first matters. @MaxLucado Click To Tweet
God has done something in your life that is worth capturing on paper. I think everybody's got a story in them. @MaxLucado Click To Tweet
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